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Shanna Peeples of Texas, 2015 National Teacher of the Year, shares an inspirational moment from her classroom experience and describes how student poverty affects her day-to-day practice.

Episode 2 - Chicago Public Schools: Closed

In 2013, Chicago Public Schools announced that an unprecedented 49 neighborhood schools would be permanently closed. Follow Rousemary Vega, a parent turned activist, through the maze of hearings and protests that preceded the largest school closings in American history.

Episode 3: Restoring Justice

Chicago’s school discipline policies have unintended consequences. Is there a better way? Young filmmakers from Free Spirit Media explore causes and solutions to Chicago's school-to-prison-pipeline.

Episode 4 - Testing Season

Chicagoans are opting out of PARCC in record numbers and taking a stand on standardized testing. This documentary looks at diverse opinions on whether and how much testing is worthwhile.